The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested 19 suspects and dismantled multiple drug joints in the Gezawa area as part of intensified efforts to combat illicit drug activities during and beyond the holy month of Ramadan.
The operation, codenamed “Operation Ramadan Mubarak,” was launched following credible intelligence from a concerned community member, according to a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari.
Muhammad-Maigatari quoted the State Commander, Mr. Dahiru Yahaya-Lawal, as explaining that the raids were aimed at safeguarding public health and preserving the sanctity of Ramadan.
“Our objective is to ensure safe streets and enable residents to observe a peaceful and fulfilling Ramadan,” Yahaya-Lawal said. “If some individuals disregard their faith, health and the safety of others, the agency will act decisively to protect the wider community.”
Truth Live News gathered that various illicit substances were recovered during the raids, including cannabis sativa, diazepam, Exol-5 (a street drug popularly known as “Suck and Die”), pregabalin tablets, and other controlled substances as Daily Post reports. The seized exhibits are currently in NDLEA custody, with investigations ongoing.
The commander commended members of the public for providing useful intelligence and urged continued cooperation to fight drug abuse and trafficking. He emphasized that the operation aligns with directives from NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, retired Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba-Marwa, to sustain nationwide crackdowns on drug trafficking and abuse.
Yahaya-Lawal reaffirmed the command’s commitment to proactive enforcement and community partnerships to dismantle drug networks and hold offenders accountable. He called on residents to report suspicious activities and illegal drug dealings, stressing that timely information is vital to protecting communities and public health.
The raids shows NDLEA’s resolve to maintain zero tolerance for drug-related crimes, even during the sacred period of Ramadan, ensuring safer environments for worship and family life in Kano State.
